Humans know how to create fire 790 thousand years ago

One study showed that mankind knew how to create fire nearly 790 thousand years ago, a skill that helped them migrate from Africa to Europe.

After analyzing the flint found in an archaeological site on the banks of the Jordan River in northern Israel, scientists from the Hebrew University (Israel) found that the invention of fire helped the ancestors of We explore new lands.

A study in 2004 demonstrated that humans spread fire in many ways, such as burning branches several hundred thousand years ago. But Hebrew University experts claim that prehistoric people actually created fire, not depending on natural phenomena like thunder and volcanoes. That skill motivates them to migrate north.

"The relics on the Jordan River belong to 12 different civilizations. They show that the creation and maintenance of fire has been carried out through many civilizations. Our ancestors have not been waiting for nature to give. fire 790 thousand years ago, " said Nira Alperson-Afil, a member of the research team.

Because the archaeological site is located in the Jordan Valley (120 km long and 15 km wide) - where the arterial route from Africa to Europe is being translated - the team considers the migration trend to the north has appeared. from before the Stone Age.

"When people have mastered the fire, they can chase away beasts, heat and light at all times. That helps them to be more confident when moving to new lands," Nira said.